What is BS EN 61169-26 - Specifications for coaxial connectors about? 
Electrical connectors are used to join electrical conductors to create an electrical circuit. BS EN 61169-26 is a part of an international multi-series standard that focuses on aspects of connectors for electronic equipment.
BS EN 61169-26 which is a sectional specification provides information and rules for the preparation of detailed specifications for TNCA series RF coaxial connectors, with the characteristic impedance of 50 Ω, with threaded coupling and operating frequency limit up to
18 GHz, used in wireless, communication, instrument, antenna, test and measurements, radar, and other fields, connecting with RF cables or micro-strips.
BS EN 61169-26 also prescribes mating face dimensions for general connectors-grade 2, dimensional details of standard test connectors-grade 0, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to TNCA series connectors. BS EN 61169-26 indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered when writing a detailed specification and it covers test schedules and inspection requirements for assessment levels M and H.
Who is BS EN 61169-26 - Specifications for coaxial connectors for? 
BS EN BS EN 61169-26 on specifications for coaxial connectors is useful for: 
- Manufacturers of electronic devices 
- Manufacturers and suppliers of electronic connectors
- Product development teams
- Maintenance and augmentation teams  
- Companies associated with designing and installation of electronic devices 
- Fault management teams
- Quality control personnel
- Regulatory authorities
Why should you use BS EN 61169-26 - Specifications for coaxial connectors?
Electronic equipment is used in applications that rely on mechanical or electric systems for their operation. They are essential to any work on electronics systems for creating signals and capturing responses from electronic devices. There are certain specifications regarding the performance of electronic equipment. Electrical connectors are manufactured for power, data, and audio-visual applications. They can be differentiated by their specific method of connection, pinout, size, materials, contact resistance, mechanical durability, ingress protection, insulation and lifetime.
BS EN 61169-26 discusses the quality assessment procedures of coaxial connectors to verify the performance characteristics of coaxial connectors which ensures their reliability. BS EN 61169-26 provides users with mating face and gauge information that helps ensure the quality of the final product. BS EN 61169-26 also specifies instructions for the preparation of detailed specifications, which provides users with guidance on coaxial connectors.
The guidelines in BS EN 61169-26 provide you with standardized specifications for coaxial connectors that enable you to provide a superior quality product to your customers.
